Date:

April 27-30, 2009

Course Description:

This course provides participants with the opportunity to explore many of the more powerful capabilities of the HAZUS-MH earthquake model. The HAZUS inventory with emphasis on those inventory components that are of critical importance to the earthquake model, and the process for updating both aggregate and site-specific inventory with local data are discussed in-depth. Participants will understand the impacts of modifying model parameters by providing focused discussion on the process of estimating losses for bridges, pipelines, and socioeconomic parameters.

Course Goal:

This course is designed to educate participants on the use of HAZUS-MH for advanced applications related to earthquake loss modeling. The model addresses debris generation, fire-following, casualties and shelter requirements. Direct losses are estimated based on physical damage to structures, contents, inventory, and building interiors.

Course Length:

This course is 4 days in length. Travel days are Sunday and Friday.

Target Audience:

The course is intended for the following: FEMA, State hazard mitigation officials, local emergency managers, GIS specialists, State and local planners, and regional personnel responsible for earthquake mitigation and response activities.

Prerequisites:

E/L313 – Basic HAZUS Multi-Hazard course.

Continuing Education Units:

EMI awards 2.8 CEUs for completion of this course.

To Apply:

Complete a FEMA Form 75-5, General Admissions Application with student signature and signature of supervisor or sponsoring agency official. Submit the application through the State emergency management training office who will fax it to the National Emergency Training Center Admissions Office at (301) 447-1658.

Questions:

Questions should be directed to the Admissions office at (301) 447-1275 or (800) 238-3358, or the course manager, Phillip Moore, at (301) 447-1248 or by email at phillip.moore@dhs.gov.